Google is rolling out the December 2023 update to the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2. Only the LTE model of the second-generation wearable got an OTA last month, while it comes just under a week after the phone/tablet Feature Drop.
The Pixel Watch is now on the December 5, 2023 security patch level. Based on Wear OS 4, TWD9.231205.001 is the build number for all four models, as well as “All carriers except JP.”
Google has yet to post the Pixel Watch December 2023 update changelog.
The December Feature Drop adds Watch Unlock between Pixel devices. The wearable has to be unlocked on your wrist and the phone nearby. To set this up, open the companion app > Watch preferences > Security. Google warns that this reduces watch battery life and is less secure than password/PIN.
If your Pixel Watch or Watch 2 is paired to a Tensor-powered Google phone, Call Screen will show a transcript of the conversation on your wrist. It lets you ignore or get more details before answering.
Tapping the “Your watch is up to date” screen (Settings > System > System updates) multiple times initiates the download this afternoon. To speed up the process, open Connectivity preferences and disable Bluetooth to force Wi-Fi. The OTA images can be found here.
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